Entertainment

BadSlava, Facebook scene groups, and venue Instagrams — how to find open mic nights for comedy, music, and poetry near you.

Paddington 2, Coco, Spider-Verse, Encanto and more — the best family-friendly movies that adults genuinely enjoy too.

Antennas, league passes, and cheap streamers — how to watch live sports without cable, sport by sport, blackouts explained.

Comedy Cellar, The Comedy Store, Zanies and more — the best stand-up comedy clubs in major US cities, plus how to do clubs right.

Murder mysteries, decade parties, casino nights — how to plan a themed birthday party for adults with activities, decor, and momentum.

Non-horror themes, 3/5 difficulty, private bookings, and free hint use — the best escape room experiences for beginners.

String lights, zones, vertical decor, and one focal point — how to make a small backyard feel like a party venue for under $150.

Casablanca, The Godfather, Hitchcock’s masterpieces and more — the classic movies everyone should see once, with where to start.

The 3-act energy arc, volume discipline, and genre cheat codes — how to create the perfect dinner party playlist.

Bake Off, Survivor, Drag Race, The Traitors and more — the reality TV shows actually worth watching, from prestige to glorious trash.